Sightseeing Spots

Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten Nagoya

This starry sky is the first of its kind in Japan. It features a vibrant display of images and a beautiful starry sky, all made possible by Japan's first LED dome system called "DYNAVISION®-LED." In this fantastical space that takes you away from your everyday life, you can experience unparalleled "healing" and "comfort" with this new and captivating entertainment planetarium. See More

Midland Square Open-Air Observation Platform Sky Promenade

Take in the romantic night views from a height of 220 meters! At the open-air observation platform on the 44th to 46th floors of Midland Square, you can enjoy a giant panorama of Nagoya's night scenery in almost 360 degrees.This memorable spot is a place you’ll want to visit with someone special. See More

KITTE NAGOYA

KITTE NAGOYA is a commercial establishment spanning from the first basement floor and the third floor of JP TOWER NAGOYA, one of the largest building complexes in the Chubu area. It offers Nagoya-ness and novelty as its concept, and broadcasts a new era of Nagoya, adding both excitement and also a low-key and comfortable time for everyone. KITTE NAGOYA aims to be a commercial establishment contributing to the city and lives of its inhabitants. See More

JR Central Towers / JR Gate Tower

JR Central Towers are two towers that rise above JR Nagoya Station, and hold a hotel, offices, a department store, restaurants, and more. JR Gate Tower opened in April 2017 next-door to them, and has commercial facilities, a hotel, specialty stores like Bic Camera and Uniqlo, and more. Together, these buildings form a multipurpose, multi-story city that can cater to a diverse range of needs. There are 76 restaurants between the two facilities—more than any other place like them in Japan. See More

Yanagibashi Central Market

Just a five-minute walk from Nagoya's largest transportation hub at Nagoya Station is the Yanagibashi Central Market. This energetic fish market acts as the city’s pantry with customers bustling in to eat and complete their grocery shopping for the day even from the early hours. Everyday shoppers can shop and eat at the countless vendors available while also enjoying the hustle and bustle of the market and crowds of people searching for that perfect item to grace their dinner tables. All sorts of fish, clams, and other seafood are put on display, promising unusual and exciting sights you may not be used to. See More

Endoji Shopping Street

Endoji Shopping Street is located approximately midway between Nagoya Station and Nagoya Castle. It has been a bustling district along with Osu and others since ancient times. It developed as a commercial area along Horikawa and Mino Roads after Tokugawa Ieyasu's crossing of Kiyosu, and it also thrived as a temple and shrine town. The traditional atmosphere of Nagoya's downtown still remains, with both long-established stores founded in the Meiji era and unique new shops lining the street. The Endoji Tanabata Festival, held jointly with Endoji Honmachi Shopping Street every July, is a historic festival that dates back to 1956. Additionally, there is a preserved district called Shikemichi nearby, featuring old storehouses and remaining rooftop deities. See More

Hisaya-Odori Park

Hisaya-Odori Park reopened in autumn of 2020 as a combined park and shopping space! Featuring popular stores from across Japan, the park has a total of around 40 places to shop and eat (21 of which have opened in Nagoya for the first time). As an everyday place for relaxation and refreshment, the park offers various options for fashion, sports, gourmet food, and more. See More

Oasis21

A comfortable oasis in the city A three-dimensional park with various facilities, including the glass roof Spaceship-Aqua, where you can take a walk through the sky 14 meters above the ground, a large lawn called the Field of Green, a half-underground Bus Terminal, an underground event facility called the Galaxy Platform, and around 30 different shops. Spaceship-Aqua is lit up at night, so it's very popular as a photo spot. The "Field of Green" is on the ground level where flowers and trees are planted. The "Galaxy Platform" is basement level where many events are held. Also on the ground level, there are various shops and restaurants, and a connecting to bus terminal on the second level. See More

Misonoza

Established in Meiji 29 (1896), this entertainment venue underwent a five-year reconstruction project and reopened in April 2018 as a modern 40-story tower condominium. It successfully fused tradition and innovation, transforming into a contemporary landmark. Hosting a diverse array of performances, such as kabuki, musicals, concerts, singer plays, Yoshimoto Shin-Kigeki,comedy shows, and rakugo (comic storytelling), this venue eagerly awaits the attendance of all guests. Come and enjoy the rich variety of shows and performances. See More

Aichi Arts Center

Adjacent to Oasis 21, Aichi Arts Center is a consolidated art and culture complex composed of several key facilities. One of these is Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art, which has a collection of approximately 8,000 works, while another is the Aichi Prefectural Art Theater, with a main theater, a concert hall, and a mini theater, distinguishing it as one of the largest in the prefecture. There are also art spaces that can be used for lectures, exhibitions, and conferences, an art library where documents related to the arts are collected and made available to the public, a restaurant, an art shop, and more. See More

Hisaya-odori Garden Flarie

Made of 6 themed gardens which allow you to enjoy the city's greenery, flowers, waterscapes, and more while you are able to take walks, eat, and shop. Events and various classes are also held here. See More

Sunshine Sakae

This complex commercial facility features various establishments, including the iconic observation wheel "Sky-Boat," which serves as the symbol of the building. In addition to the amusement facilities, there are cafes, the SKE48 Theater, and a diverse range of shops all gathered together in one place. See More

Nadia Park

Nadia Park is a new media support (information source) that fills the hearts of all urban dwellers with delightful anticipation. It serves as the core of artistic and cultural activities for young people, providing a comprehensive platform for creative design and expression. Additionally, it houses a high-sensitivity shopping mart and an intelligent office zone, bringing various expectations to life. See More

Osu Shopping District

The Osu Shopping District is a huge and popular shopping area containing over 1,200 shops and restaurants. All kinds of shops, including electrical appliance shops, secondhand clothing stores, restaurants and cafes are open. The mall is always crowded with people and filled with energy. Many events are held throughout the year, including the Osu Summer Festival in August, the Osu Daido-chonin Festival in October and the Osu Setsubun Takarabune Gyoretsu (treasure ship parade) in February. Osu Kannon Temple located was moved from Osu Village, Mino Province to the current location by the Shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa in 1612. The antique market is held here on the 18th and 28th of each month. See More

ASUNAL KANAYAMA

Cheerful and carefree, convenient and comfortable. Asunal Kanayama—A place of exciting events and new discoveries Kanayama—the gateway to Chubu Centrair International Airport. ASUNAL KANAYAMA is a redeveloped commercial establishment outside the north exit of the station, and acts as a shopping mall surrounding an event space. Also acting as a transportation terminal with its parking lot and bus terminal, it creates a bustling space centered around its event space. See More

Osu Skate Rink

Known by the name "Osu Skate Rink," this central city skating facility has produced notable skaters such as Ito Midori, Asada Mao, Murakami Kanako, and Uno Shoma. Beginners and kids can feel at ease as they skate, holding onto cones for support. Rental shoes with two blades, suitable for shoe sizes ranging from 14cm to 16cm, are available. On weekends and holidays, there are lessons specifically designed for beginners, and on weekdays, the Junior School offers a wide range of courses from basic to figure skating, hockey, and speed skating. The gallery corner displays shoes used by Midori, Mao-chan, Kanako-chan, and Uno Shoma, along with other memorabilia associated with them. See More

Osueigijou

The only traditional Japanese vaudeville theater in the Chukyo region, "Osusen-gekijo," closed in February 2014 but reopened as "Osusen-gekijo" in September 2015 after extensive renovations. It holds regular vaudeville performances from the 1st to the 7th of each month and hosts various other shows as a rental venue from the 8th to the end of the month See More

IG Arena

IG Arena opened in July 2025 inside Meijo Park, Nagoya City. One of the largest global arenas in all of Japan, it can accommodate a maximum of 17,000 people for sports competitions, live concerts, international expos, and a myriad of other events. IG Arena is also beloved for its modern and sophisticated design. See More

Muneharu Zone of Kinshachi Yokocho

This is one of the commercial establishments to open in two areas of the Nagoya Castle premises on March 29, 2018. The Muneharu Zone, situated in the east gate area of Nagoya Castle owes its name to the seventh provincial ruler, Lord Muneharu Tokugawa, and is created with the concepts of modernity and change. The buildings are constructed with large panes of glass in a bright, and modern Japanese style of architecture. The zone is lined with restaurants where you can eat highly creative cuisine from owners active not only in Nagoya, but all of Japan and abroad. Enjoy yourself in Kinshachi Yokocho during your visit to Nagoya Castle. See More

Yoshinao Zone of Kinshachi Yokocho

This is one of the commercial establishments to open in two areas of the Nagoya Castle premises on March 29, 2018. The Yoshinao Zone, situated in the main gate area of Nagoya Castle owes its name to the first provincial ruler of the Owari Tokugawa clan, Lord Yoshinao Tokugawa, and is created with the concepts of tradition and accuracy. The buildings are constructed in a wooden, purely Japanese style of architecture conjuring thoughts of merchant houses from the Edo period. Well-known restaurants offering the unique food culture of Nagoya cuisine, known as "Nagoya meshi", and long-standing, traditional local restaurants are lined up. You can also purchase Kinshachi Yokocho merchandise and famous items from Nagoya the commercial store so you never forget your great time. Enjoy both dining and shopping in Kinshachi Yokocho during your visit to Nagoya Castle. See More